Master of Arts (MA) in Human Resource Management

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The Master of Arts in Human Resource Management is delivered in two stages.

Stage One: This stage is taught and delivered by MSBM and contains SIX modules of 30 ECTS: – 6 - 8 Months

Credits: 30 ECTS

Stage Two: This stage is delivered online by our partner university with a study of 30 ECTS: 4 – 6 Months

Credits: 30 ECTS

Assessment: Assignment/Project/Dissertation

As a Human Resource (HR) Manager, you’ll be critical in helping companies and their workforce work together to achieve their shared goals. Your skills, empathy, experience and sense of responsibility will be required to help bridge gaps, settle disputes and represent both the interests of employers and employees simultaneously.

Fortunately, the Master’s in Human Resource Management programme covers all the information you need to face these challenges confidently: from business knowledge to personnel management and personal development approaches. After completing your studies, you’ll have a holistic understanding of how to support employees best, manage their needs and support managers in their efforts to increase productivity.

The content of the qualification is focused on the following:

Apply strategic human resource management practices in a global context: Students will develop the ability to analyze and evaluate the strategic role of HRM in multinational organizations. They will understand the challenges and opportunities of managing a diverse workforce across different cultural and legal environments and be able to develop effective HR strategies that align with the organization's global objectives.
Design and implement employer branding and recruiting strategies: Students will gain the skills to develop and execute employer branding strategies to attract and retain top talent. They will learn how to effectively utilize various recruitment channels, assess candidate suitability, and employ innovative techniques to create a compelling employer brand that resonates with diverse candidate pools.
Develop talent management and HR development initiatives: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to identify and nurture talent within an organization. They will understand the importance of succession planning, career development, and performance management and be able to design comprehensive HR development programs that align with organizational goals and foster employee growth.
Utilize people analytics and big data for HR decision-making: Students will explore the role of data analysis and technology in HRM. They will learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret HR data to make informed decisions and improve organizational performance. Students will also understand the ethical considerations of using people analytics and big data in HR practices.
Conduct advanced research in HRM: Students will develop proficiency in advanced research methods and techniques used in HRM. They will be able to design and conduct empirical studies, analyze and interpret data, and critically evaluate existing HR research. Students will gain the skills necessary to contribute to the field of HRM through their own research endeavours.

Accreditation

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

University Progression

This course will enable the student to progress to a full Master's degree with our partner University by enrolling for the second stage of the programme.

Stage 2:

This stage is delivered online by our partner university with a study of 30 ECTS:

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the Master qualification, learners must possess the following:

Completed undergraduate degree with 240 ECTS.
Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university.
You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree.
Proof of at least one year’s professional work experience completed prior to the start of the study programme. Work experience must have been gained after the completion of your undergraduate studies.

The admissions documents must be provided in English or German. If they were not issued in one of these two languages, a translation is required.

English Language Skills:

Is English your native language or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or university? Then you do not need to prove your English language skills.

You can prove your English skills with an English B2 level certificate (no older than 5 years). Don’t have this at hand? No problem! You can quickly get your English certified with Duolingo.

Take the online test in just 45 to 60 minutes
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We also accept the following English language skills certificates:

TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or
IELTS (minimum Level 6) or
Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)

Course Modules

Research Philosophies and Principles
VIDEO - Overview of the Research Onion

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Selecting a Research Topic
Searching and Reviewing Literature
VIDEO - How to write a Literature Review

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Developing conceptual Framework
PDF - How to create a Conceptual Framework

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Strategy and Design
Research Methods I

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Methods II

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
PDF - How Observation is Used As a Research Method

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Methods: Data Analysis

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Proposal and Writing Up
Research Ethics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - Advanced Research Methods

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Introduction to Employer Branding
Understanding the Recruitment Process

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Developing an Employer Branding Strategy

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Assessment and Selection Concepts and Considerations

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Current Trends in Employer Branding and Recruitment

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Employer Branding And Recruiting

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

VIDEO - Human Resource Management Today - An Overview

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Understanding the role of human resource management

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Role of Human Resource Management Strategy in an Organisation

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Contributions of HRM

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Business Dynamics Concerning The Human Resource Strategy

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Case Study - Real-time, authentic employee voice feedback

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Determining Human Resource Requirements

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Fundamentals Of Human Resource Plan

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Legal And Ethical Requirements Of Human Resource Policies

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Human Resource Management And Organisational Strategy, Structure And Culture

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Effective Monitoring Of Human Resource Management Activities
People Development and Human Resource Management

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Case Study - Answering the Phone (Training and Development)

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Developing Human Resource Management, Recruitment and Selection

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Case Study: Solution for Recruiting Hard-to-Fill Positions

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Employee Retention Concepts, Tools and Strategies

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Organisational Theory Underpinning Human Resource Management

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Leadership Practices In An Organisational Context

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Strategic Leadership And Organisational Development

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Exploring Purpose Of Leadership And Evaluating Human Resource Strategy

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - Human Resource Management-1

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Group and Team Dynamics in Organisations

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
The Organization Structure Culture and Design

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding the Foundations of Motivation

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding Individual Behaviour in Organisations

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding the Basics of Organizational Behaviour

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Human Resource Management 2

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

"Discover the synergy of HR and data science in our People Analytics and Big Data course, offering professionals essential skills for data-driven workforce decision-making. This program integrates statistical analysis and organizational psychology to empower participants in extracting actionable insights from HR data. Elevate your talent management strategies by mastering the art of leveraging Big Data for informed and strategic HR decisions."

Big Data Analytics, Techniques and Models

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Data Collection and Analysis for People Analytics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Introduction to People Analytics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding Big Data Infrastructure

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
People Analytics and Big Data

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Relationship Between Talent, Performance And Reward Management
Understanding The Performance and Reward Management System
Introduction to Talent Management
Effective Talent Sourcing and Retention
Employee Reward Management and Payment Systems
Talent Management and HR Development

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Workshops

Workshops are conducted through live webinars for online students.

Visa Requirements

There is no Visa requirement for this programme.

The Master of Arts in Human Resource Management is delivered in two stages.

Stage One: This stage is taught and delivered by MSBM and contains SIX modules of 30 ECTS: – 6 - 8 Months

Credits: 30 ECTS

Stage Two: This stage is delivered online by our partner university with a study of 30 ECTS: 4 – 6 Months

Credits: 30 ECTS

Assessment: Assignment/Project/Dissertation

Apply strategic human resource management practices in a global context: Students will develop the ability to analyze and evaluate the strategic role of HRM in multinational organizations. They will understand the challenges and opportunities of managing a diverse workforce across different cultural and legal environments and be able to develop effective HR strategies that align with the organization's global objectives.
Design and implement employer branding and recruiting strategies: Students will gain the skills to develop and execute employer branding strategies to attract and retain top talent. They will learn how to effectively utilize various recruitment channels, assess candidate suitability, and employ innovative techniques to create a compelling employer brand that resonates with diverse candidate pools.
Develop talent management and HR development initiatives: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to identify and nurture talent within an organization. They will understand the importance of succession planning, career development, and performance management and be able to design comprehensive HR development programs that align with organizational goals and foster employee growth.
Utilize people analytics and big data for HR decision-making: Students will explore the role of data analysis and technology in HRM. They will learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret HR data to make informed decisions and improve organizational performance. Students will also understand the ethical considerations of using people analytics and big data in HR practices.
Conduct advanced research in HRM: Students will develop proficiency in advanced research methods and techniques used in HRM. They will be able to design and conduct empirical studies, analyze and interpret data, and critically evaluate existing HR research. Students will gain the skills necessary to contribute to the field of HRM through their own research endeavours.

Research Philosophies and Principles
VIDEO - Overview of the Research Onion

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Selecting a Research Topic
Searching and Reviewing Literature
VIDEO - How to write a Literature Review

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Developing conceptual Framework
PDF - How to create a Conceptual Framework

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Strategy and Design
Research Methods I

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Methods II

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
PDF - How Observation is Used As a Research Method

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Methods: Data Analysis

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Proposal and Writing Up
Research Ethics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - Advanced Research Methods

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Introduction to Employer Branding
Understanding the Recruitment Process

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Developing an Employer Branding Strategy

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Assessment and Selection Concepts and Considerations

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Current Trends in Employer Branding and Recruitment

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Employer Branding And Recruiting

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

VIDEO - Human Resource Management Today - An Overview

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Understanding the role of human resource management

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Role of Human Resource Management Strategy in an Organisation

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Contributions of HRM

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Business Dynamics Concerning The Human Resource Strategy

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Case Study - Real-time, authentic employee voice feedback

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Determining Human Resource Requirements

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Fundamentals Of Human Resource Plan

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Legal And Ethical Requirements Of Human Resource Policies

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Human Resource Management And Organisational Strategy, Structure And Culture

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Effective Monitoring Of Human Resource Management Activities
People Development and Human Resource Management

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Case Study - Answering the Phone (Training and Development)

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Developing Human Resource Management, Recruitment and Selection

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Case Study: Solution for Recruiting Hard-to-Fill Positions

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Employee Retention Concepts, Tools and Strategies

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Organisational Theory Underpinning Human Resource Management

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Leadership Practices In An Organisational Context

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Strategic Leadership And Organisational Development

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Exploring Purpose Of Leadership And Evaluating Human Resource Strategy

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - Human Resource Management-1

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Group and Team Dynamics in Organisations

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
The Organization Structure Culture and Design

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding the Foundations of Motivation

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding Individual Behaviour in Organisations

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding the Basics of Organizational Behaviour

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Human Resource Management 2

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Big Data Analytics, Techniques and Models

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Data Collection and Analysis for People Analytics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Introduction to People Analytics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding Big Data Infrastructure

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
People Analytics and Big Data

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Relationship Between Talent, Performance And Reward Management
Understanding The Performance and Reward Management System
Introduction to Talent Management
Effective Talent Sourcing and Retention
Employee Reward Management and Payment Systems
Talent Management and HR Development

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

This course will enable the student to progress to a full Master's degree with our partner University by enrolling for the second stage of the programme.

Stage 2:

This stage is delivered online by our partner university with a study of 30 ECTS:

For entry onto the Master qualification, learners must possess the following:

Completed undergraduate degree with 240 ECTS.
Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university.
You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree.
Proof of at least one year’s professional work experience completed prior to the start of the study programme. Work experience must have been gained after the completion of your undergraduate studies.

The admissions documents must be provided in English or German. If they were not issued in one of these two languages, a translation is required.

English Language Skills:

Is English your native language or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or university? Then you do not need to prove your English language skills.

You can prove your English skills with an English B2 level certificate (no older than 5 years). Don’t have this at hand? No problem! You can quickly get your English certified with Duolingo.